On Sunday the New York Jets (7-5) take on the Kansas City Chiefs (5-7) at MetLife Stadium (1 p.m. EST).\u00a0 The Jets enter the game winners of two in a row, while the Chiefs are coming off of an improbable win over the Chicago Bears.\u00a0 Lets take a look at the keys to the game from the New York Jets perspective.<\/p>\n
Offense<\/strong><\/p>\n Continue solid pass protection-<\/strong> The New York Jets offensive line has played very well of late, not allowing a sack in the last 2 games.\u00a0 The line must continue that level of play against the Chiefs and their leading pass rusher Tamba Hali (8 sacks, 2 FF).\u00a0 Kansas City’s defensive coordinator Romeo Crennel is sure to dial up a variety of pressure packages and Gang Green’s line and running backs must be prepared to identify and pickup the blitz.\u00a0 Note: RG Brandon Moore has not practiced all week but is scheduled to play on Sunday.\u00a0 If Moore is unable to go Caleb Schlauderaff will fill in which has to be a concern for the Jets.<\/p>\n Pound Greene-<\/strong> Running back Shonn Greene is on a roll right now coming off of a 3 touchdown performance against the Redskins.\u00a0 The Jets must continue to pound Greene and wear down the Kansas City Chief defense which is ranked 25th in the league giving up over 130 yards a game.\u00a0 Once the Jets can establish the ground game the play action pass and passing attack will then open up.<\/p>\n Mark Sanchez-<\/strong> The spotlight will once again be on quarterback Mark Sanchez as he is going to face a very physical defense that will be looking to confuse the young signal caller.\u00a0 Sanchez must remain aware in the pocket, identify pressure, and throw the ball away when necessary.\u00a0 The Jets quarterback must refrain from forcing throws that will result in turnovers.<\/p>\n Defense<\/strong><\/p>\n Stop the run-<\/strong> It is no secret that the Kansas City offense is built around their running game which is ranked 9th in the NFL averaging over 120 yards a game.\u00a0 The Jets defense must find ways to slow down the Chiefs ground game which will feature a variety of running backs including former Jet Thomas Jones.\u00a0 Gang Green’s linebackers must set the edge and not allow speedy backs like Dexter McCluster to turn the corner and move the chains.\u00a0 Note: DT Mike Devito has not practiced all week and may miss Sunday’s game against the Chiefs.\u00a0 If Devito is unable to play rookie Kenrick Ellis will more than likely start in his place.<\/p>\n Pressure Palko-<\/strong> Quarterback Tyler Palko will be making his fourth career start on Sunday, which means the Jets need to take advantage of his inexperience.\u00a0 Gang Green must pressure Palko and force him into poor decisions and turnovers.\u00a0 Look for the Jets to unleash linebacker Aaron Maybin early and often to rattle the young quarterback.\u00a0 Note: There is a chance that veteran quarterback Kyle Orton could play on Sunday.\u00a0 Orton is a savvy quarterback that has put up some pretty big passing days in the NFL.\u00a0 Gang Green must be prepared to defend Orton just in case the Chiefs make a change sometime during the game.<\/p>\n Bowe vs. Revis-<\/strong> One of the best match-ups of the game will be the Chiefs leading wide receiver Dwayne Bowe (59 catches, 868 yards, 4 tds) going up against the Jets All-Pro defensive back Darrelle Revis.\u00a0 Bowe is a very talented, physical receiver and it will be interesting to see how Revis goes about defending him.<\/p>\n Special Teams<\/strong><\/p>\n Leonhard to return punts-<\/strong> Safety Jim Leonhard reportedly will be taking over the punt return duties for the Jets.\u00a0 Leonhard is a very consistent in terms of fielding punts and hopefully will end the Jets streak of fumbled punts.<\/p>\n McKnight out, Cromartie in?<\/strong> Running back Joe McKnight is dealing with an elbow injury and may miss Sunday’s game.\u00a0 If McKnight is unable to play the New York Jets reportedly will use Antonio Cromartie on kickoff returns.\u00a0 Cromartie is a very explosive player on returns, but I am not so sure this is the right move to make.\u00a0 Antonio has been playing very well at corner and I would hate to see him get hurt on a return.\u00a0 Hopefully Jeremy Kerley sees some action on returns as well.<\/p>\n Prediction<\/strong><\/p>\n I have a feeling this is going to be a very physical, low scoring game.\u00a0\u00a0 Both teams are going to try to run the ball and win the field position battle.\u00a0 In the end I think that Mark Sanchez will make some big plays in the passing game that will lead the Jets to victory.\u00a0 Jets 17-13\u00a0 (Maybin and Keller have huge days)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" On Sunday the New York Jets (7-5) take on the Kansas City Chiefs (5-7) at MetLife Stadium (1 p.m. EST).\u00a0 The Jets enter the game winners of two in a row, while the Chiefs are coming off of an improbable win over the Chicago Bears.\u00a0 Lets take a look at the keys to the game 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